GD numbers in the states and Canada

Are blood sugar levels Measured differently in the states compared to in Canada? On my month board, the ladies seem to measure their blood sugar with numbers like 300 or 555, but for me, when I test my blood sugar the numbers come up things like 5.5 or 8.0. is it different in the states compared to in Canada?

Are blood sugar levels Measured differently in the states compared to in Canada? On my month board, the ladies seem to measure their blood sugar with numbers like 300 or 555, but for me, when I test my blood sugar the numbers come up things like 5.5 or 8.0. is it different in the states compared to in Canada?

It's a different scientific measurement. Please do not follow American Diabetes Guidelines. They are different. If you live in Ontario I can suggest where you can go for free extra info. Otherwise the Canadian Diabetes Association is a good place to start.

It's a different scientific measurement. Please do not follow American Diabetes Guidelines. They are different. If you live in Ontario I can suggest where you can go for free extra info. Otherwise the Canadian Diabetes Association is a good place to start.

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